...September 14, 1814 Dearest Father, “On September 12, Baltimore was in view of the 50 British warships. To defend the city, some 14,000 militiamen joined 1,000 regulars” (Chartrand, 2012) Seeing the 50 British warships off of our harbor at first was cause for great alarm, which as the days came to pass we were in fact under great attack. We had 25 hours of bombing here at Fort McHenry there was no stopping the whole time. The British kept just outside of our guns reach however we still fought valiantly. Their plan to stay outside of our guns was also to their dismay as they too were not able to penetrate our walls or destroy our fort. The constant assault was deafening and I can barely hear much from all the noise that transpired. Many say that the sounds of gun fire were heard 45 miles away from our fort. We however, are still standing as the British could not stand against our other militiamen and guns from our Fort Covington, nor at the North Point where the British tried a landing attack as well. It has been told that a lawyer, Francis Scott Key, who was on a Royal Navy vessel, outside of our fort, has been inspired to write a poem about our struggle. I have been told that his delight in seeing our flag still standing in the morning after the all night bombardment is what brought about the poem. The British retreated knowing that we are a force much stronger than they thought. Our military forces are now inspired to fight with more resolve than ever before...
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...Social History ISSN: 0307-1022 (Print) 1470-1200 (Online) Journal homepage: http://www.tandfonline.com/loi/rshi20 The search for ‘General Ludd’: the mythology of Luddism Katrina Navickas To cite this article: Katrina Navickas (2005) The search for ‘General Ludd’: the mythology of Luddism, Social History, 30:3, 281-295, DOI: 10.1080/03071020500185406 To link to this article: http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/03071020500185406 Published online: 05 Aug 2006. Submit your article to this journal Article views: 574 View related articles Citing articles: 4 View citing articles Full Terms & Conditions of access and use can be found at http://www.tandfonline.com/action/journalInformation?journalCode=rshi20 Download by: [York University Libraries] Date: 17 February 2016, At: 09:19 Social History Vol. 30 No. 3 August 2005 Katrina Navickas Downloaded by [York University Libraries] at 09:19 17 February 2016 The search for ‘General Ludd’: the mythology of Luddism1 In attempting to make sense of the working-class disturbances of the period 1811–13, both contemporaries and historians have searched for ‘General Ludd’ and his followers. The magistrates who sent out their spies to uncover the underground organization of the movement, the witnesses and prosecutors at the Assize trials giving their versions of events, the parliamentary Secret Committee set up to investigate the disturbances, and the historians who rely on evidence surviving from these...
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...that can cause you to taste words, see sounds, attribute colors and/or personalities to numbers etc., or see days of the week in a spatial position around you. And those are just some of the types of synesthesia that synesthetes experience. There are approximately 63-100 types of synesthesia, with nine major categories. The most common type of synesthesia is associating colors to numbers, letters, words, or symbols. This type of synesthesia is also known as grapheme-color synesthesia. Grapheme-color synesthetes have trouble reading color texts, because the colors most often coincide with their own internal colors. And each grapheme-color synesthete had a different color for...
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...the unit was described as "spirited" by Brigadier General James Irvine in a report to Council on August 18, 1781. The Revolutionary War Military Card File system lists James Gettys' second unit as Non-Active, meaning they were organized, drilled, and awaited orders; however, they were not called into active service....
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...The period after the war of 1812 was labeled “The Era of Good Feeling” by historians. Some people believe that this is an accurate label of this time period, but others disagree. Due to the emergence of sectionalism- concern with local interests, and nationalism- patriotic feelings and self pride, people had mixed feelings about this time period. Many people felt that times were high, and that nationalism and sectionalism could only bolster the union, while others thought that it was sectionalism and nationalism that caused disunion. Some of the documents used in this essay support the claim that the period after 1812 was an era of good feelings. Other documents will oppose this claim with proof from their own perspectives. Document B discusses the wonders that the growth of nationalism has done for the Union. John Calhoun writes that before the war, the Republic was in a state of disunion. He then goes on to say that the republic should bind together to conquer space. (Doc B). The celebration of July 4th 1819 after the Republicans had won the Battle of New Orleans (Doc C) shows a great deal of nationalism and self pride. Thomas Jefferson wrote in a letter to John Randolph that he once considered sectionalism to be the death of the union, but it was a reprieve, not a final sentence. He says that a geographical line will never be obliterated, and that every new irritation will mark it deeper and deeper. (Doc F). These documents show how some people felt that this time period...
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...the War of 1812 for a painting of George Washington when the British soldiers were going to burn the White House. Early Life Dolley Payne, later known as Dolley Madison, was born on May 20, 1768 in New Garden, North Carolina. New Garden is a Quaker settlement which her family left, 10 months after Dolley was born. They moved to a plantation in Virginia, which was...
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...The Jeffersonian Republicans are often categorized as strict constructionists who were opposed to the broad constructionism of the Federalists, but to some extent this generalization of the Madison and Jefferson parties were inconsistent. In the form of the Louisiana Purchase, the Embargo Act, and the War of 1812, the Jeffersonian Republicans can be seen as broad constructionalists, the opposition of the war, in the form of a two-thirds majority to declare war, and Madison's vetoing of the Internal Improvement Bill can make the Federalists seem as if they were the strict constructionalists. Through an analysis of these topics, it is easy to see that both parties crossed their political lines to some degree throughout this time period. In the election of Thomas Jefferson, the world was about to experience a new era of national and political authority. The ideals of Thomas Jefferson were very different from the previous President; Jefferson sought a peaceful and constitutionally strict way of life for his political party. As Jefferson began his presidency he claimed that his election was a recovery of the original ideals of the American people. Jefferson's true ideology was one that believed in a small, weak central government, and that a small central government was...
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...It starts out with the author comparing and contrasting Hamilton and Burr. This might surprise you but in many ways they are similar, they are both war heroes for instance and strived for political power. At the time Burr was the current Vice President of the United States but new if he didn’t act fast that would be the peak of his political career because he had lost all of Jefferson’s trust in him after the 1800 election. And after his term ends he runs for Governor of New York, both Thomas Jefferson and Alexander Hamilton oppose Burr and he loses. At this point Fleming says is where the tension really starts to occur. Tension between the two has always been high but after the major loss of governor of New York is where things really start to heat up between the two of...
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...military is difficult sometime with all the killing going on. Soldiers are losing their lives and also a lot of intense people are getting killed. I was actually writing this letter to tell you what happened on August 24, 1814. The British forces and the United States of America were in battle, it is known as the Battle of Bladensburg and the attack of The Burning of Washington was during the War of 1812. The British forces won the battle against the Americans, with the British being lead by Major General Robert Ross. The weakness for the Americans were that they only had a very few troops available for the threat and only had 250 regulars troops. After the battle ended, the British forces marched up to Washington City and set fire to only public buildings, burning The White House, the Treasury, the State Department, War Department and the United States Capitol. This is part of one of the events that happen in the War of 1812 and it is called The Burning of Washington. Very little protection was done to save the building getting set on fire but a strong rainstorm saved the rest of Washington actually burning done. The British forces sailed up the Patuxent River and landed approximately 4500 men that assisted in setting the fires. There were approximately 88 soldiers lost in this war with British losing 64 soldiers and the Americans losing 24 soldiers. According to Lafferty (n.d), the majority of Britons saw the burning of the American capital as just...
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...Highlights: In a short paragraph, describe the three most important events in this section of the book? In class be prepared to give reasons why you chose those events. I consider New Amsterdam to be an important event because it established the first lots designated for half-free blacks, thus giving them hope. Another important event was the New York Manumission Society in 1785. It helped gather new allies in the abolitionist’s movement because it convinced white New Yorkers that slavery was bad. The third important event was the war of 1812. It was important because blacks volunteered to help with war related labor to show that they were not enemies and were part of the same country. 2. Historical Context: Relate the material in this section of the book to your textbook. Give at least three examples of how the material in the Shadow of Slavery relates to your textbook * Struggles African-Americans faced as slaves. * War of 1812 * The emancipation era. 3. Golden Line: Select one passage from this section and discuss why you think it is important. Make sure to include the quotation and page number. “The number of free blacks in New York City continued to increase as masters released their slaves from bondage ahead of the schedule laid out in the emancipation law. Blacks during this time displayed a conscious political activism as well as a social and cultural presence in the city.” Page 92. I believe this is an important stepping stone for the gradual...
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...War of 1812: Battle of Ft. McHenry Stephanie Bame HIS/115 Patrick Gleaves 02/20/2014 12th of September To all my Family, The tour here is rough at times, but I am proud to stand next to those who believe what I believe in. We have just received word that the British burned down and looted the White House. We are now preparing for them to make their way towards the Baltimore Harbor. This is not going to be an easy battle for any of us, but we are doing what we have to do. 14th of September Although we were able to hold the British at North Point, the British Naval forces turned their focus on us here at Ft McHenry. Last night was one of the darkest nights yet, we were getting fired at from 19 British ships as far as we could count in the darkness. The only light we had was from the firing of cannons and guns, because all of the lights in the city where to be extinguished, thank god all of their cannons did not cause any significant damage to our barricades. We were unable to fire back, but we did manage to shoot down an attempt to land more British soldiers. On this day, we have to be thankful that the British did turn their ships away from the harbor and retreat. Now it is time for rest and the restoration of these areas. This has not been an easy few days, but I will write to you again soon. Yours Truly. I think the most significant part of this battle in American history would be the defense and defeat of the British, but also the drafting of the Star...
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...James Madison was born March 16, 1751. He was born in Virginia and grew up in a town of Montpelier. He was known as the Father of the Constitution. Madison made a major contribution to the ratification the Constitution by writing, with Alexander Hamilton and John Jay, the Federalists essays. Then in 1787, he represented Virginia at the Constitution Convention. He expressed his ideas forming a three-part federal government, consisting of executive, legislative, and judicial branches. He thought it was important to have this new structure of government so they could have a system of checks and balances, in order to prevent the abuse of power by any one group. Madison’s ideas were included in the Constitution. He wrote many persuasive letters...
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...Francis Scott Key's "The Star Spangled Banner" The Star Spangled Banner was declared to be our national anthem on March 3, 1931 by a congressional resolution which was signed by Herbert Hoover. This song has been the spirit of our country and has lead many Americans to strive for a better nation and to stand against those opposing us. Written by Francis Scott Key during the war of 1812, this song has been an emblem of our nation's greatness for many hearts across the country. Francis Scott Key was born to wealthy plantation owner, John Ross Key and his wife, Ann Phoebe Penn Dagworthy in Frederick County, Maryland on August 1, 1779. Francis started learning at home until he turned 10. He then attended an Annapolis grammar school. He then went to attend St. John College. After attending college he went back to his hometown to become a lawyer. He then went on to wed Mary Taylor Lloyd and with her gave birth to 11 children. By 1805 he ran his own municipality...
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...| Course SyllabusCollege of HumanitiesHIS/115 Version 3U.S. History to 1865 | Copyright © 2011, 2009, 2008 by University of Phoenix. All rights reserved. Course Description This course provides an overview of the social, political, economic, and global events that have shaped the American scene from colonial times through the Civil War period. Policies Faculty and students/learners will be held responsible for understanding and adhering to all policies contained within the following two documents: University policies: You must be logged into the student website to view this document. Instructor policies: This document is posted in the Course Materials forum. University policies are subject to change. Be sure to read the policies at the beginning of each class. Policies may be slightly different depending on the modality in which you attend class. If you have recently changed modalities, read the policies governing your current class modality. Course Materials Schultz, K. M. (2012). HIST2, Volume 1 (2nd ed.). Boston, MA: Wadsworth, Cengage Learning. All electronic materials are available on the student website. Week One: Contact, Settlement, Slavery | | Details | Due | Points | Objectives | 1.1 Describe the clash of cultures that took place in North America between the Native Americans, colonists, and Black slaves. 1.2 Describe the establishment of early colonies. 1.3 Describe the development of regional differences among the...
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...Which mainly focuses on again, Adams political philosophies. One example of this would be seen through his letters written to his son, John Quincy Adams. Many believe that this would be the alternate resource for Adams. Reason being is that his wife Abigail had passed away in 1818. The Character of John Adams is actually pretty interesting. He was a very intelligent person. One thing that would Amaze anyone is that, Adams predicted a numerous amount of events. Adams predicted the break with Britain. Adams also predicted the horrifying result to the French Revolution, and also predicted the unsatisfactory of the war of 1812. One writing that captures the reader's eye, is how Ellis explains on page one hundred and twelve. As Ellis writes about the Treaty of Ghent, and how Adams was accustomed to ridiculing out loud and how he presents his passionate view of Adams opinions. John Adams also had some personality traits that were quite interesting. Adams was quick tempered and also had extreme mood swings. Adams also suffered some courses of depression as well. While Adams did have some not so great personality...
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